Bachelor in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (Bachelor's)

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This programme is designed for students seeking a broad liberal arts education through interdisciplinary study. It focuses on social, cultural, economic, environmental, and political issues using scientific, ethical, historical, and aesthetic perspectives. Students select three focus areas from the college's 12 majors to build a customized course of study. The programme emphasizes integration across academic disciplines through coursework in multiple fields.

Focus areas include Scientific Inquiry, Ethical Consciousness, Historical Contexts, Aesthetic Awareness, Government, Public Relations.

The programme requires 125 total credit hours. Students complete 44 general education credits, 15 institutional credits, 21 credits in a primary concentration, 18 in a secondary, 18 in a third, and 9 elective credits at the 3000-4000 level.

Graduates enter careers in government, public relations, journalism, criminal justice, small business management, non-profit service, and marketing.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Transfer students must meet minimum GPA and course requirements. International students must submit official transcripts and proof of English proficiency.

The programme totals about 125 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Texas College traces its history to 1894, when it was founded by the Colored Methodist Episcopal Church, now the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Its mission continues to reflect the principles of that denomination while preparing students for lifelong learning, leadership, and service. Intellectual, spiritual, ethical, moral, and social development are central to the college's educational purpose.

Academic programs are organized across Business and Social Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Education, and Natural and Computational Sciences. Texas College offers 12 baccalaureate degree programs and two associate degree programs. Instruction uses different modalities and focuses on the competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities connected to each area of study. Academic achievement is recognized through Presidential Scholar, Dean's List, and Honor Roll distinctions.

Located in Tyler, Texas, the college presents a culturally diverse and inclusive environment for students who aspire to become purpose-driven, financially secure, and marketable leaders. Its core values include academic excellence, community service, tolerance, social responsibility, perseverance, and integrity. International students should expect an institution where academic study is connected with personal development, service, and leadership, within a Christian Methodist Episcopal context.